Abstract
The Cuscutaceae are represented in Peru by 19 species in the genus Cuscuta (Brako & Zarucchi, 1993), all of them herbs. Here we recognize seven endemic species, in need of taxonomic revision and additional plant collection; therefore, we did not apply IUCN categories and criteria. These endemic taxa grow mainly in the Mesoandean region, below 3200 m elevation. Apparently, only one species of endemic Cuscutaceae has been recorded in Peru's protected areas system.
Translated title of the contribution | Cuscutaceae endemic to Peru |
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Original language | Spanish |
Pages (from-to) | 277s-278s |
Journal | Revista Peruana de Biologia |
Volume | 13 |
Issue number | 2 |
State | Published - Dec 2006 |
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